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Today was the 2024 Q4 earnings call. During the call, Bob Iger boasted about Disney’s massive leaps this quarter and year. Much of this was bolstered by the success of “Inside Out 2” and “Deadpool & Wolverine.” The media, like Deadline, are praising Bob Iger and giving him all the credit for the turnaround. But was it him?

Deadline posted, “In executive commentary around the numbers this morning, Iger and CFO Hugh Johnson cited renewed creative strength, “a result of the extensive work we began two years ago to restore creativity to the center of the company.’ Iger rejoined the company as chief executive almost exactly two years ago, replacing his ousted, hand-picked successor Bob Chapek.”

The media credits Iger for these wins, except many of them were not under him; they were under Bob Chapek.

Let’s focus on the two big films that helped the company achieve this huge 39% jump.

Exclusive: Deadline has the first still from Die, My Love, starring Jennifer Lawrence, Robert Pattinson and Lakeith Stanfield, the new thriller from renowned Scottish filmmaker Lynne Ramsay (You Were Never Really Here), which adapts the 2017 novel by Ariana Harwicz.

Set in rural America, Die, My Love is a portrait of a woman (Lawrence) engulfed by love and madness. Pattinson plays her husband, and Stanfield, her lover. Also in the cast are Sissy Spacek and Nick Nolte.

Ramsay directed from her script written with Enda Walsh. Producers included Justine Ciarrocchi and Lawrence on behalf of Excellent Cadaver, as well as Martin Scorsese, Andrea Calderwood, and Black Label Media, which also served as the project’s financier.

In a statement accompanying the photo reveal, Excellent Cadaver told Deadline, “It’s impossible to convey what it’s like to witness Lynne Ramsay make art. She’s one of one.”

Known for her Cannes-debuting drama Ratcatcher,...

Lil Rel Howery has starred in comedies like Vacation Friends and Reunion, and he has also dealt with darker material in the likes of Get Out and The Mill. Now he’ll be pulling from both his comedy and horror experiences to direct the horror comedy Haunted Heist, which he’ll also be starring in – and Deadline reports that he’s being joined in the cast by Tiffany Haddish.

Howery will be making his directorial debut on this film, working from a screenplay by Carl Reid, writer of the recent Hulu horror movie Mr. Crocket. The story Reid crafted for this one begins when four estranged friends reunite at what appears to be a typical house. But one friend has ulterior motives; he plans to rob the place and needs their help to find an antique worth a fortune. But the house is straight up haunted, and the group must...

Get Out actor Lil Rel Howery is set to make his directorial debut in Haunted Heist, a comedy-horror movie penned by Mr. Crocket scribe Carl Reid, Deadline reports today.

In addition to directing, Howery will also star alongside Haunted Mansion actor Tiffany Haddish.

In Haunted Heist, “four estranged friends reunite at what appears to be a typical house. But one friend has ulterior motives; he plans to rob the place and needs their help to find an antique worth a fortune. But the house is straight up haunted, and the group must squash their differences to survive the night and an insane pack of ghosts.”

The comedy-horror movie reunites Howery and Haddish; the pair previously collaborated on The Carmichael Show, Uncle Drew, and their Best Friends Comedy Tour in 2023.

“I’m so excited to be working on this project in front and behind the camera,” Howery told Deadline. “It’s...

As the final stretch of October sets in, there is still plenty of time to catch favorite flicks, spooky, witchy, scary or cozy in the season of pumpkins, monsters and more. Freeform’s 31 Nights of Halloween has several classic films airing all month long such as Casper (1995), Arachnophobia, Goosebumps, Edward Scissorhands, etc.

More recent films like 2021’s Ghostbustesr: Afterlife, 2022’s Hocus Pocus 2 (2022) and Haunted Mansion (2023) will also be available. Disney+ is the home of several of the movies in the below list, as is Max. Follow along below for your favorite titles as well as what is available by streamer and network.

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While Bram Stoker’s Dracula directed by Francis Ford Coppola is streaming on MGM+, several other vampire movies like Interview with the Vampire are available on Max. Peacock also boasts a couple newer fanged flicks like Renfield (2023) and Abigail (2024). Twilight is not streaming anywhere currently, but...

Disney+ has launched a Top 10 list to let users know what content is most streamed on the platform.

The feature highlights popular movies and TV shows from the streamer. Subscribers will see different rankings depending on their subscription and parental control settings.

Disney+’s Top 10 is composed by taking “several factors into account, including total views at the episode and movie level within a day and the growing popularity of new titles released during that time frame.” The ranking also combines movie and TV show titles.

When Deadline looked at its Top 10 list for Wednesday, October 30, the content was mostly Halloween-themed.

At the top of our list was 1993’s Hocus Pocus, the Kenny Ortega-created film that starred Bette Midler, Kathy Najimy, and Sarah Jessica Parker.

Agatha All Along, which airs its season finale at 6 p.m. Pt / 9 p.m. Et on Wednesday night, took the second spot.

Hocus Pocus 2 was ranked third,...

Nearly five years after Netflix first bowed its Top 10 lists worldwide, Disney+ is following suit.

Disney’s flagship streaming service on Wednesday launched “Top 10 Today,” a daily list showcasing popular movies and series on the platform. The goal — as it has been with Netflix, which pioneered the feature — is to drive engagement on Disney+ and give subscribers another way to find a new title to stream.

Disney+’s Top 10 Today list will vary for individual subscriber, depending on various factors. Those include the user profile’s content rating, subscription plan and location (the list is different for each country as title availability varies by market). At launch, the Disney+ Top 10 Today list will not be available to Junior Mode (i.e. kids) profiles.

Disney says the Disney+ Top 10 Today is not simply a ranking of the “most watched” titles in a given territory. Rather, the list “takes several factors into account,...

Halloween is the time of year when horror appeals to all ages and backgrounds, but especially so for the young and young at heart. Luckily, there’s no shortage of family-friendly frights on streaming or network TV. If you’ve already grown tired of the familiar staples that include enduring favorites like Hocus Pocus, Halloweentown, Casper, Coraline, Don’t Look Under the Bed, Beetlejuice, and more, here’s the list for you.

This streaming guide is almost entirely dedicated to gateway horror titles released within the last decade, save for one deep-cut gem that’s finally found its way on streaming. Many of them are set on or around Halloween, ensuring proper spooky season viewing.

For those looking for brand new family frights to sink their fangs into this Halloween season, don’t miss these movies and shows.

A Babysitter’s Guide to Monster Hunting – Netflix

Set around Halloween, A Babysitter’s Guide to Monster Hunting...

Expect the summer of 2025 to be a big one, with Disney announcing two huge live-action projects are coming that year!

Disney movies have been having their share of problems in the last year. There have been too many high-profile duds like Haunted Mansion, Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny and Wish. Even the MCU has faltered with The Marvels an outright bomb amid behind-the-scenes turmoil.

It’s not helped by the 2023 Hollywood strikes halting productions, and Disney has been forced to rearrange its slate. However, the success of Inside Out 2 has restored confidence in the company. They’ll be keeping that up with Moana 2 coming out at Thanksgiving and Mufasa for Christmas.

Disney had already rearranged their slate as Snow White, intended for this fall, will now premiere on March 21, 2025. Meanwhile, Pixar’s Elio, which was supposed to come this past June, was pushed an entire year to June 13.

Now,...

The time has come for premiere week for CBS. It all starts tonight, Sunday Oct. 13.

This does mean our week night viewing is about to get more packed than the previous few weeks. Tonight is all about the premiere of Tracker, as well as Animation Domination, Sunday Night Football, and more.

Tracker, Animation Domination, and more

Fox currently has its Animation Domination listed as reruns on the official TV Guide website. That could change coming up to the date. It’s not always easy to track with Fox when it comes to its Sunday night lineup. However, we all love adult animation, right? This is something that can easily be rewatched over and over again. It’s why many shows are still on—they’re “excellent” for syndication.

If you’re looking for something new, though, you’ll want to turn to CBS. The Tracker season 2 premiere will air tonight at 8 p.

On Sunday October 13 2024, ABC broadcasts Celebrity Family Feud!

Haunted Mansion Cast: Tiffany Haddish vs. Justin Simien Season 9 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Celebrity Family Feud” titled “Haunted Mansion Cast: Tiffany Haddish vs. Justin Simien” promises an entertaining showdown between two talented celebrities. This episode will air on ABC and features comedian Tiffany Haddish competing against filmmaker Justin Simien. Both contestants are known for their impressive work in the entertainment industry, and their lively personalities are sure to bring excitement to the game.

Tiffany Haddish, celebrated for her infectious humor and memorable roles in films like “Girls Trip,” is ready to bring her competitive spirit to the stage. She is joined by her family members, who will assist her in answering survey questions and competing against Justin Simien’s team. Simien, known for his work on projects like “Dear White People,” will showcase his own unique style and wit as...

On Sunday night’s episode of Celebrity Family Feud, the cast of Haunted Mansion, including Tiffany Haddish and Justin Simien, face off in a battle of wits and charity fundraising. Hosted by the inimitable Steve Harvey. The ABC game show pits two celebrity families or teams against each other in a series of fun and challenging […]

Celebrity Family Feud: Haunted Mansion Cast: Tiffany Haddish vs. Justin Simien...

ABC has announced a series of Halloween-themed episodes and films airing throughout October. New episodes of “9-1-1,” “Abbott Elementary,” “Dancing with the Stars,” and “Doctor Odyssey,” as well as the broadcast premieres of “Haunted Mansion” (2023) and “Hocus Pocus 2,” will be featured. Here is the schedule: Sunday, October 13: 7:00-8:01 p.m. Edt – America’s […]

ABC’s Halloween Line-Up Features Special Episodes and Films...

Exclusive: 31 Nights of Halloween is brewing up a strong audience on Freeform.

The annual spooky tradition launched last Tuesday, boasting Freeform’s most-watched week of the year, according to Nielsen data. That’s across total viewers and also within several key demos including adults 18-49, women 18-49 and men 18-49.

October to-date, Freeform ranks as No. 1 among cable entertainment networks in primetime among adults 18-34, as well as women 18-34 and women 18-49.

Last week’s lineup featured the world television premiere of Hocus Pocus 2, which was cable’s top movie of the week among adults 18-49.

There’s plenty more to come, as Freeform will be celebrating spooky season the entire month of October.

All the usual favorites like Halloweentown, Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas, Beetlejuice, the original Hocus Pocus and more are on the schedule, in addition to some more recent favorites like the 2023 adaptation of Haunted Mansion.

Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days isn’t just a great way to save big on everything from teeth whiteners and designer bags to luxury beauty. Movie lovers can also save on new films such as Beetlejuice and Deadpool & Wolverine, family-friendly bundles, Prime Video channels and more.

Now through Oct. 9, enjoy deals on movies starting at $4.99 and under, including family-friendly films such as Despicable Me 4, Haunted Mansion, the live-action Little Mermaid and more; and Halloween-ready thrillers such as Saw, the Halloween trilogy. You can also save up to 50 percent off on movie bundles such as Beetlejuice 1 and 2, the Deadpool trilogy (which includes the new Deadpool & Wolverine), the Jack Ryan five-film collection, the Hotel Transylvania and Trolls trilogies, both Mean Girls films, all of the Lord of the Rings and Harry Potter films and many others.

Take up to 50% off Movie Bundles at Prime Video

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On Sunday, October 13, 2024, at 10:30 Pm, ABC invites viewers to join the fun with a thrilling new episode of “Celebrity Family Feud,” titled “Haunted Mansion Cast: Tiffany Haddish vs. Justin Simien.” This episode brings together two vibrant personalities, Tiffany Haddish and Justin Simien, as they lead their celebrity teams in a battle of wits and laughter.

Tiffany Haddish, known for her infectious energy and sharp humor, will be bringing her A-game as she faces off against director Justin Simien. With his unique perspective and creativity, Justin is sure to offer a formidable challenge. Fans can expect a delightful mix of hilarious answers and unexpected moments as both teams compete for bragging rights and a charitable cause.

As always, the show promises plenty of surprises, laughter, and heartwarming interactions. Whether it’s Haddish’s quick comebacks or Simien’s clever strategies, this episode of “Celebrity Family Feud” is set to be...

Celebrity Family Feud fans, we’ve got a fresh off the press preview for the new Season 9 episode titled Haunted Mansion Cast: Tiffany Haddish vs. Justin Simien!

Find out everything you need to know about the Haunted Mansion Cast: Tiffany Haddish vs. Justin Simien episode of Celebrity Family Feud, including a full preview, videos, release date, cast information and how to watch!

Celebrity Family Feud Haunted Mansion Cast: Tiffany Haddish vs. Justin Simien Season 9 Preview

The upcoming episode of “Celebrity Family Feud” on ABC promises to be a thrilling showdown as beloved comedian Tiffany Haddish goes head-to-head with filmmaker Justin Simien. Scheduled to air at 10:30 Pm on October 13, 2024, this episode is sure to entertain fans with its blend of humor and competitive spirit.

In this special installment, Tiffany Haddish, known for her quick wit and infectious laughter, will lead her team against Justin Simien, the talented creator of “Dear White People.

Ken Page, a beloved star of the stage and screen, has passed away.

Theater kids and Disney adults are mourning the news in equal measure, as Ken has been a celebrated name in both communities for generations.

The news of his passing was confirmed by one of Ken’s closest friends and producer on Facebook.

While the news of his death is upsetting, the cause of his death is the question fans want answers to.

Danny Elfman, Ken Page and Paul Reubens attend the premiere of the Walt Disney Pictures’ film “The Nightmare Before Christmas 3D” on October 16, 2006 at the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Vince Bucci/Getty Images) Ken Page’s Cause Of Death: The Nightmare Before Christmas Star Passes Away

You may not know Ken’s face, but there’s no way you don’t know his voice.

If you’re a theater lover, you...

Tituss Burgess cordially invites you to the Last Bite Hotel. Channeling his inner Haunted Mansion, the Emmy and SAG-nominated actor (Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt) takes on the role of host and hotel manager in the spooky new Food Network competition series. Eight chefs had the arduous task of only bringing 13 ingredients for their entire stay. The competitors will put their cooking skills to the ultimate test as they create dishes based on the demands of the VIP guests arriving over the course of the six episodes. Those eliminated are banished to Room 13 until there is only one left standing. The brave souls vying for the $25,000 include Brittanny Anderson, Gabriella Baldwin, Graham Campbell, Tobias Dorzon, Byron Gomez, Kevin Lee, Nini Nguyen and Aarthi Sampath. Making up the demanding VIP guest list are Esther Choi, Cat Cora, Jose Garces, Alex Guarnaschelli, Judy Joo, Poppy O’...

This spooky season, Disney+ and Hulu are conjuring up an exciting blend of scares for every Halloween enthusiast as the comprehensive streaming homes of Halloween with a thrilling variety of spine-tingling premieres, nostalgic classics, and heart-pounding horror for every family member and fan.

Agatha All Along Huluween On Hulu

Huluween returns this October with a fresh selection of frightening content that guarantees to keep viewers on the edge of their seats. Whether preparing for a horror-filled binge or seeking thrills for a Halloween watch party, Hulu has assembled a month of chilling entertainment.

Hulu’s standout offerings include the debut of FX’s Grotesquerie, a sinister crime series that blurs the line between horror and psychological thriller, brand new Halloween specials from fan-favorite animated series Solar Opposites and Family Guy, as well as five all-new scary tales from FX’s American Horror Stories, the final season of FX’s What We Do in the Shadows...

We first heard of plans for a Lando TV series in December 2020 during a Disney Investor Day. Lucasfilm surprised Star Wars fans who tuned in by revealing that Justin Simien would serve as showrunner on the project, with Donald Glover tapped to reprise his role as the iconic character after first playing him in 2018's Solo: A Star Wars Story.

Unfortunately, the show quickly got stuck in development hell, with Glover frequently left to dodge questions about whether he was going to reprise the role first made famous by Billy Dee Willaims.

As for Simien, the series was repeatedly brought up in interviews when he was doing the rounds to promote Disney's Haunted Mansion movie last year. Admitting that he'd heard nothing from them about the show since it was announced, the filmmaker said the studio told him they had to figure out everyone's availability...only to later learn -...

Donald Glover hopes his ‘Star Wars’ Lando Calrissian movie will be "more fun" than previous entries in the franchise.The 40-year-old actor - who took over from Billy Dee Williams as the suave scoundrel in 2018’s ‘Solo: A Star Wars Story’ - is due to play the character again in the upcoming film and has teased what he envisions for the project.In an interview posted by WSJ. Style on YouTube, he said: "I just want it to be fun, like, as a ‘Star Wars’ fan myself, I think it's important that there just needs to be more fun being had."It’s very hard to have fun right now. It's tough because there are very serious things happening, and those are the only things that connect us, weirdly, so I get why things are serious, but, part of the human experience, I believe, is we have a responsibility to have enjoyment.

From the creators of found footage movie The Houses October Built comes Will Helm, an upcoming proof-of-concept horror short starring Spencer Charnas from Ice Nine Kills.

Directed by Bobby Roe and written by Zack Andrews & Bobby Roe, Will Helm is hitting the festival circuit this Halloween season, and Bloody Disgusting has an exclusive preview.

The plot of Will Helm is under wraps, but it will be premiering at Sitges and Screamfest next month. It will also show at the Knoxville Horror Film Fest before an anniversary screening of Wes Craven’s New Nightmare at the drive-in part of the festival.

From what we gather, there is an unofficial A Nightmare on Elm Street component in Will Helm and it acts as something of a meta combo piece for the Wes Craven classic.

Bobby Roe tells Bloody Disgusting, “We are hoping to follow in the footsteps of Smile, Night Swim and Lights Out.

The Op Games Brings the Fun With Clue®: What We Do in the Shadows: "The Op Games, a leading creator of board games including the TikTok sensation Tapple, is happy to announce the release of Clue®: What We Do in the Shadows (Msrp: $44.99). This exciting new edition of the classic board game brings the hilarious world of Staten Island’s favorite vampire roommates to board game enthusiasts and fans of the show alike, offering a fresh and amusing way to solve mysteries. The sixth and final season of FX’s critically acclaimed comedy, “What We Do in the Shadows,” premieres Monday, October 21 at 10pm Et/Pt and streams the next day on Hulu.

For decades, Clue® has captivated players with its engaging gameplay and intriguing scenarios. With this edition, players can immerse themselves in the quirky and supernatural universe of the series, navigating the darkly comedic environment while uncovering clues,...

Amazon splashed a billion bucks on Rings of Power with dreams of crafting the next big fantasy epic. But there’s a major blunder that’s got fans shaking their heads and clutching their Elvish swords—the botched inclusion of the Barrow-wights! Now, fans are questioning if Amazon really grasped what they were signing up for.

Charlie Vickers in The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power | Credits: New Line Cinema

Sure, we got sweeping vistas and epic battles, but without these terrifying wights, did they miss the magical mark? In the race for fantasy dominance, leaving out the creepiest part of Middle-earth might have cost them alot!

The Rings of Power may have fumbled Middle-earth’s spookiest legends with a Disney-fied take on the Barrow-wights A Still from The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power | Credits: New Line Cinema

Amazon’s The Rings of Power might...

Next month will be the start of spooky season and with it comes Freeform’s 31 Nights of Halloween! You can start planning what films and shows you want to watch as the schedule is now available! It includes perennial classics like the “Halloweentown” films, “Beetlejuice,” “Hocus Pocus,” “Hocus Pocus 2,” “The Nightmare Before Christmas” and more.

31 Nights of Halloween Schedule:

Week 1 – 31 Nights of Halloween

Tuesday, Oct. 1

1:00 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “Halloweentown”

3:00 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “The Haunted Mansion” (2003)

5:05 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas”

6:45 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “Beetlejuice”

8:50 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “Hocus Pocus”

Wednesday, Oct. 2

1:00 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “Arachnophobia” – Freeform Premiere

3:30 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “Beetlejuice”

5:35 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “Casper” (1995)

8:00 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “Ghostbusters: Afterlife”

Thursday, Oct. 3

11:00 a.m. Edt/Pdt – “Ghostbusters: Afterlife”

1:55 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “Casper” (1995)

4:20 p.

Another day, another small-town mayor refusing to acknowledge that his town could be in grave danger. That's the gist of newly ordered-to-series Widow's Bay, an upcoming 10-episode horror-comedy set for Apple TV+.

1428 Elm has learned that the show will be created by Katie Dippold, best known for writing The Heat, starring Sandra Bullock and Melissa McCarthy. Filmmaker Hiro Murai (Atlanta) will direct the pilot episode.

Apple didn't share much else about Widow's Bay just yet, unfortunately, except that it will be produced in-house by Apple Studios and the series is set in a cursed New England town. As mentioned above, something supernatural starts to threaten town residents but the mayor refuses to believe anything is wrong. Sounds like maybe the mayor from Amity Island relocated.

Dippold is credited as the showrunner and creator of the new series, which she also executive produces. Murai will executive produce as well, alongside Carver Karaszewski and Claudia Shin.

Katie Dippold and Hiro Murai are teaming up on a new series for Apple TV+ titled “Widow’s Bay.”

The project, which hails from Apple Studios, centers on a “mysteriously cursed New England island and its superstitious citizens, led by a mayor who refuses to believe their warnings,” according to the official logline.

Dippold serves as series creator, showrunner and executive producer for “Widow’s Bay.” Murai is attached to direct the pilot and will produce the series alongside Claudia Shin and Carver Karaszewski.

The horror-comedy series will consist of 10 episodes. No casting information is available at this time.

Dippold holds writing credits on movies like “Haunted Mansion,” “Snatched,” “Ghostbusters” and “The Heat” and TV series including “Parks and Recreation,” “The Big Gay Sketch Show” and “Mad TV.” She was twice-nominated at the WGA Awards for her work on “Parks and Recreation” in 2012 and 2013.

Murai is a frequent collaborator with Donald Glover,...

Apple TV+ has given a series order to to “Widow’s Bay,” which hails from creator Katie Dippold.

Hiro Murai is attached to direct the pilot of the 10-episode series in addition to executive producing. The official logline states the show is “about a mysteriously cursed New England island and its superstitious citizens, led by a mayor who refuses to believe their warnings.”

Dippold is the writer and executive producer of “Widow’s Bay” and will also serve as showrunner. Murai executive produces along with Claudia Shin via Super Frog, with Carver Karaszewski also executive producing. Apple Studios will produce.

Dippold previously wrote for shows like “Parks and Recreation,” on which she was a writer for three seasons. She has since written the screenplays for films like “The Heat,” the 2016 “Ghostbusters” reboot,” and the 2023 “Haunted Mansion” film.

She is repped by WME and Ziffren Brittenham.

Murai is known for his...

Apple TV+ has ordered the 10-episode horror-comedy series Widow’s Bay from creator, showrunner and executive producer Katie Dippold.

Emmy Award-nominee Hiro Murai is set to direct the pilot and will produce alongside Claudia Shin and Carver Karaszewski.

Widow’s Bay is set on a mysteriously cursed New England island and follows its superstitious citizens, led by a mayor who refuses to believe their warnings.

Dippold was a writer on NBC’s Parks and Recreation before she sold her spec feature The Heat, directed by Paul Feig and starring Sandra Bullock and Melissa McCarthy. The Heat won an American Comedy Award for Best Comedy Screenplay and a People’s Choice Award for Favorite Comedic Movie. She followed The Heat by co-writing Ghostbusters: Answer The Call, also directed by Paul Feig with Kristen Wiig, Melissa McCarthy, Kate McKinnon and Leslie Jones starring.

American may have taken Monday off, but Disney still had a great day at the office. After a relatively disastrous summer in 2023 (remember the mind-numbingly stupid decision to release Haunted Mansion in July?), the Mouse House is up a whopping 121% at the box office, according to Deadline. This is, of course,...

The Top 5 Comedy Films Of 2024 ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

2024 was a great year for comedy movies, with multiple films, including Despicable Me 4, crossing the $500 Million mark. However, 2024 came in $1 billion lighter without a Barbie in their cards. 2023 was one of the best years for comedy movies, with hits like Barbie and The Super Mario Bros Movie leading the pack. Both films grossed over $1 billion.

With four months left before the end of the year, 2024 is coming up a bit short at the box office. However, things are looking up with Beetlejuice Beetlejuice hitting theaters in the next few days (September 6). Tim Burton’s horror comedy is projected to rake over $100 million in the opening domestic weekend.

Comedy is frequently used as a sub-genre for multiple pictures, including Marvel films, to lighten the heavy plots. In this article, we have steered clear of the Marvel superhero franchise heavily laced with witticisms...

Freeform has released it’s annual 31 Nights of Halloween special programming!

The Disney-owned network celebrates Halloween all October long with non-stop movies each year, and they are ramping up the lineup this year.

Fans can expect many of their usual fare, including classics like Hocus Pocus, Halloweentown, Casper, Beetlejuice, Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas and Edward Scissorhands.

New to the lineup this year will include some newer movies, as well as double features, a full season binge of Disney+’s Goosebumps series and even a Tim Burton marathon!

Keep reading to find out more…

2023′s Haunted Mansion is set to make its broadcast debut on Freeform this season, plus Arachnophobia, Something Wicked This Way Comes, The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad and Muppets From Space are all new additions to the lineup!

They’re even throwing in some not-so-spooky movies like Spider-Man: Far From Home, The Incredibles,...

Disney's beloved After Hours Event is returning to Walt Disney World in 2025. The special ticketed event is returning for select nights throughout 2025.

Each of the parks in Walt Disney World has different dates for the event. Magic Kingdom Park, for example, only takes place on select nights from January 6 to May 19, 2025. Disney's Hollywood Studios, meanwhile will take place on select nights from January 22 to September 3, 2025.

For Magic Kingdom, here are the confirmed After Hours Event dates for 2025:

January 6, 13, 20 and 27February 3, 10, 17 and 24March 3, 17, 24 and 31April 7 and 28May 5, 12 and 19Disney After Hours at Magic Kingdom park details

Disney After Hours gives those who attend three full hours in the park with limited crowds. Because it's a separate ticketed event — with prices that range from $175 to $185 per ticket — there are fewer guests in the park. This results in shorter wait times for some of the park's biggest attractions, which remain open during extended hours.

Freeform‘s 2024 lineup for its annual 31 Nights of Halloween programming slate is delivering plenty of thrills and chills just in time for spooky season. Kicking off on Tuesday, October 1, the month-long programming block will feature plenty of favorites and classics including Casper, Beetlejuice, Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas, and Edward Scissorhands. There are a few fun double-features to look forward to as well with Hocus Pocus and Hocus Pocus 2, which will make its television debut, as well as Monsters Inc. and Monsters University, among others. And don’t miss the broadcast debut of 2023’s Haunted Mansion, and Freeform premieres of Arachnophobia, The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad, and Muppets From Space. Below, see the full lineup for what’s to come this October on Freeform. Tuesday, October 1 1:00 p.m.: Halloweentown 3:00 p.m.: The Haunted Mansion (2003) 5:05 p.m.: Tim Burton’s...

The Halloween season is officially upon us, and Freeform kicks off the celebration this afternoon with the full schedule for this year’s “31 Nights of Halloween” extravaganza!

Freeform will be showing fright flicks from October 1 – October 31, and this year’s schedule includes fan favorite classics such as Hocus Pocus and The Nightmare Before Christmas, as well as new arrivals including Hocus Pocus 2 and the Disney+ “Goosebumps” series.

Another film making its world television premiere? Last year’s Haunted Mansion from Disney.

Here’s the full schedule for Freeform’s “31 Nights of Halloween” 2024…

Tuesday, Oct. 1

1:00 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “Halloweentown”

3:00 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “The Haunted Mansion” (2003)

5:05 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas”

6:45 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “Beetlejuice”

8:50 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “Hocus Pocus”

Wednesday, Oct. 2

1:00 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “Arachnophobia” – Freeform Premiere

3:30 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “Beetlejuice”

5:35 p.

Grab your pumpkin spice lattes because Freeform’s 31 Nights of Halloween returns for a frightfully delightful lineup of Halloween favorites that will keep viewers entranced all month long.

Eerily epic Halloween films ranging from classics like Casper, Beetlejuice, Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas, and Edward Scissorhands to modern fan favorites like 2023’s Haunted Mansion (broadcast debut), Cruella, and Ghostbusters: Afterlife will fill Freeform’s beloved lineup.

Dastardly double features include Hocus Pocus/Hocus Pocus 2 (broadcast debut), Monsters Inc./Monsters University, and The Incredibles/The Incredibles 2. Timeless favorites include the Freeform premieres of Arachnophobia, Something Wicked This Way Comes, The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad, and Muppets From Space.

Tim Burton fans, rejoice! The lineup features a marathon of Tim Burton’s ghoulishly grand films on Sunday, Oct. 13, including 2019’s live-action Dumbo, Frankenweenie, and Dark Shadows, among other classics. In need of a good binge session?...

It’s almost spooky season, which means that Freeform’s 31 Night of Halloween is quickly approaching.

The network released its schedule for October, full of nostalgic frights and more recent haunts. In fact, a few titles will be launching on linear TV for the first time, including the 2023 adaptation of Haunted Mansion, which will air on October 5.

Hocus Pocus 2 will also make its world television debut on October 6. Freeform will also host a marathon of the Disney+ series Goosebumps on October 25.

Don’t worry, all the usual favorites like Halloweentown, Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas, Beetlejuice, the original Hocus Pocus and more are on the schedule as well.

Cruella, the 1986 version of Little Shop of Horrors, Monsters, Inc. and Encanto are also in the mix.

Here’s the full schedule:

Tuesday, Oct. 1

1:00 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “Halloweentown”

3:00 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “The Haunted Mansion” (2003)

5:05 p.

Freeform’s “31 Nights of Halloween” is back for 2024, and this year has all the spooks you could ask for.

The programming event, which runs from Oct. 1 through Oct. 31, will bring back classic Halloween movies like “Hocus Pocus” — for a grand total of 20 airings throughout the month — as well as “Casper,” “Beetlejuice,” “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas,” “Edward Scissorhands” and the 2003 version of “The Haunted Mansion.”

Speaking of “Haunted Mansion,” the 2023 remake starring Lakeith Stanfield, Rosario Dawson, Owen Wilson and Tiffany Haddish will make its broadcast debut on Oct. 5, while “Hocus Pocus 2” also makes its broadcast debut the next day, Oct. 6.

Freeform viewers are also in for a Tim Burton marathon on Oct. 13, which will include 2019’s “Dumbo,” “Frankenweenie” and “Dark Shadows.” And while you’re in the mood to binge some spooky content, tune in for the entirety of Disney+ “Goosebumps” as it airs its first season on Oct.

Since its inception in 1971, Walt Disney World has been providing guests with top-tier attractions from movies dating back to the late 1930s. Most of the rides at Magic Kingdom mirror Disneyland, but it seems Disney World wants to tap into a new generation.

The biggest headline is Tom Sawyer Island and Rivers of America will be replaced with a modified Cars Land. After walking around Mk post announcements, fans are swarming to the Island and river boat. So where was this level of passion prior?

Attractions like Tsi don't provide guests with anything. There used to be a little quick service on the island, but it's since been closed and never reopened. Sure, there are washrooms with no lines which is a great bonus, but it's not worth waiting 5-10 minutes for a boat to pick you up and another 5-10 minutes to get to the island.

If you're a...

On Tuesday August 20 2024, BET broadcasts Celebrity Family Feud!

Haunted Mansion Cast: Tiffany Haddish vs. Justin Simien and Cruel Summer vs. The Wonder Years Season 9 Episode 3 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Celebrity Family Feud” promises an exciting showdown as the cast of “Haunted Mansion” faces off against the casts of “Cruel Summer” and “The Wonder Years.” This special episode will air on BET and features well-known stars like Tiffany Haddish and Justin Simien, who are ready to bring their competitive spirit to the game.

In this episode, the atmosphere is sure to be lively as the teams compete for a grand prize that will benefit their chosen charities. Each cast will bring their unique charm and humor, making for an entertaining hour of television. Fans of the shows can look forward to seeing how their favorite stars work together to answer questions and score points.

With Tiffany Haddish’s comedic...

Exclusive: Millie Bobby Brown (Stranger Things) is developing Nineteen Steps, a feature adaptation of her same-name debut novel for Netflix, sources tell Deadline.

Netflix declined comment. But we hear that Brown will produce under her Pcma banner, with an eye to star. Four-time Oscar nominee Anthony McCarten (The Theory of Everything) is set to adapt the screenplay. Jonathan Eirich will produce for Rideback, with Nick Reynolds exec producing for the company.

A New York Times and Sunday Times bestseller published by William Morrow in September 2023, Nineteen Steps is a WWII novel drawing on the experiences of Brown’s own grandmother. Written by Brown and Kathleen McGurl, the story follows Nellie Morris, an 18-year-old girl living in the East London neighborhood of Bethnal Green. Over the course of the book, Nellie navigates the challenges of wartime life, including the threat of bombings, rationing, and the emotional turmoil of being separated from loved ones,...

Fellow Loungefly and Haunted Mansion fans, I have some news for you. Loungefly has some new pieces coming in September, and you can preorder them now!

Let’s take a look! Loungefly Exclusive Haunted Mansion Bride Cosplay Glow Mini Backpack – $90

Estimated ship date is 9/1/24

“Look closely, and you’ll see her weapon hidden behind the bridal bouquet. As daylight fades, you’ll even see her ghostly complexion come to life! This accessory has plenty of room to store your secrets and is the perfect pairing for Disney theme park fans.”

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Estimated ship date 9/1/24

“As daylight fades, you’ll even see her ghostly complexion come to life. This accessory has plenty of room to store your secrets and is the perfect pairing for Disney theme park fans.”

The Haunted Mansion Gargoyle Wallpaper Light Up Glow Mini Backpack- $80

Estimated ship date 9/1/24

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With less than a month to go before the 76th Emmy Awards, the telecast’s hosts are finally set. As expected, the father-son duo of Eugene Levy and Dan Levy will emcee this year’s Emmys, which take place on Sunday, Sept. 15, live on ABC.

The two made history in 2020 as the first father and son to win major awards in the same year, thanks to “Schitt’s Creek.” That year — in which winners appeared remotely, due to the Covid-19 pandemic — saw Eugene Levy win for outstanding comedy actor and Dan Levy win for supporting comedy actor. Dan Levy also picked up wins for writing and directing, while both won the outstanding comedy series Emmy as exec producers.

“For two Canadians who won our Emmys in a literal quarantine tent, the idea of being asked to host this year in an actual theater was incentive enough,” the Levys said in a joint statement.

At this year’s D23, Disney’s “ultimate fan event” held near Disneyland every two years, the company that leads Hollywood in creating world-class entertainment from beloved characters and time-tested stories wasn’t on its usual solid footing.

While the presentations featuring Disney luminaries from Pixar’s Pete Docter to Avatar’s James Cameron were impressive, there was also a keen sensation of déjà-vu. It was like eating at the Cheesecake Factory – there’s a giant, phonebook-sized menu, but everything still ends up tasting the same.

D23 was chock-full of announcements that signaled a doubling down on tested IP (intellectual property). At the convention, everything old was new again… and again… and again.

The presentation suggested that Disney is clearly on the back foot and retreating to what it knows best. This year, “Inside Out 2” broke what some considered a slump for Pixar, earning $1.59 billion; so did “Deadpool & Wolverine” for Marvel Studios,...

We found out last month that Silver Linings Playbook Oscar winner Jennifer Lawrence and The Batman star Robert Pattinson have the lead roles in the thriller Die, My Love, which is coming our way from We Need to Talk About Kevin and You Were Never Really Here director Lynne Ramsay. Now Deadline reports that Lakeith Stanfield – whose credits include The Book of Clarence, Atlanta, Sorry to Bother You, Judas and the Black Messiah, The Harder They Fall, Haunted Mansion, Short Term 12, Knives Out, Selma, Uncut Gems, Death Note, The Girl in the Spider’s Web, The Changeling, War Machine, Straight Outta Compton, and Get Out (pictured above) – is in final negotiations to join Lawrence and Pattinson in the cast.

Scripted by Ramsay and Enda Walsh, Die, My Love is said to be “set in a remote forgotten rural area,” with the story centering on a mother who struggles to maintain...

Exclusive: Alexandra Shipp (Anyone But You), Rosario Dawson (Ahsoka) and Milla Jovovich (Resident Evil) will topline Midnight, a new action thriller from first-time feature filmmaker Joshua Otis Miller and Yale Productions.

Dawson is also a producer on the pic, which has wrapped production in Connecticut.

Written by Lamont Magee and Jeff Byrd, Midnight follows a young, blind woman (Shipp) as she is hunted by a group of international criminals (led by Jovovich) searching for a package they believe was given to the woman by her federal agent sister (Dawson). However, the assailants quickly realize that the woman, though unable to see, may be far more dangerous than expected.

The film is produced by Jordan Yale Levine and Jordan Beckerman of Yale Productions in collaboration with Dawson, Leah Elizabeth Rucinski, and Timothy Christian and Rab Butler of Night Fox Entertainment. Other producers include David Gere, Chelsea Vale, and Beth Bryant. Michael Day co-produced.

Jamie Lee Curtis has always been legendary, but now it’s official: she was named a Disney Legend on Sunday during the D23 Expo.

Lindsay Lohan took the stage to queue up a montage of Curtis’ most memorable roles, telling the crowd, “I have been able to have the pleasure of working with Jamie Lee Curtis. And the magic of Jamie Lee Curtis is that she is timeless. Every character she plays is different, and she always brings something unique to the role. And I feel so blessed to have Jamie as a friend in my life, and I feel lucky to work with a woman that I admire so much.”

Jodie Foster surprised the crowd after Lohan’s introduction to further lionize Curtis, saying, “There are many things that my bestie Jamie and I have in common,” recalling their upbringing as young women in Hollywood.

“Here are many of...

Justin Simien is opening up about the grief he felt after Disney’s decision to scrap his Star Wars: Lando series.

The filmmaker recently told Collider that the project was shelved despite reaching a significant stage in the development process. “It was pretty developed,” Simien recalled. “Yeah, there was a Bible, there was concept art, there were scripts, but it just wasn’t meant to be.”

This took an emotional toll on the Haunted Mansion director: “For me, the answer is that you have to really face it. It is true grief. I’ve never had a child, I’ve never lost a child, but it’s what I imagine that pain might be like. You pour so much of your heart and soul into something, but ultimately, you don’t have control over whether it lives or dies, and it is a true grieving process.”

However, Simien shared that...

After failing to meet box office expectations with his 2023 reimagining of Disney’s “Haunted Mansion,” it seems things are starting to sour between writer/director Justin Simien and the House of Mouse. The filmmaker was set to helm a series for Disney+ centered around a young version of “Star Wars” favorite Lando Calrissian played by Donald Glover, but in a recent interview with Collider, Simien shared how despite a plethora of materials being produced, the studio chose to can the project.

“It was pretty developed,” Simien said. “Yeah, there was a Bible, there was concept art, there were scripts, but it just wasn’t meant to be.”

Despite the emotional toll of dropping the project, Simien told Collider that processing the loss and recognizing what he gained in the process allowed him to move forward with grace.

“For me, it has to be done pretty straight on like, ‘I am in grief.